Aluminum 2065-T3 vs 2065-T8
Aluminum · 2065 temper comparison
2065-T3 and 2065-T8 are two conditions of the same aluminum grade, 2065: T3 (solution heat treated, cold worked and naturally aged) versus T8 (solution heat treated, cold worked and artificially aged). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. 2065-T8 is the stronger of the two: yield strength 470 MPa (68.2 ksi) against 300 MPa (43.5 ksi) for 2065-T3, about 57% more; tensile strength follows at 510 MPa (74 ksi) vs 430 MPa (62.4 ksi). In exchange, 2065-T3 is the more ductile: elongation 15% versus 8% for 2065-T8, and 2065-T8 is harder (148 HB vs 115 HB).
2065-T3Choose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
2065-T8Choose it when strength drives the design.
2065-T3 vs 2065-T8: propertiesHow to read these bars
- One bar per material. A full bar is the highest value among all aluminum grades in the FabDigit library; each bar is drawn as a share of that.
- The better value (by the usual engineering direction) is in bold. Rows with no direction — density, thermal conductivity — have no bold.
- Values are typical room-temperature figures for the condition named on each card.
- Confirm against the certified mill or resin datasheet before design release.
How to read these bars
- One bar per material. A full bar is the highest value among all aluminum grades in the FabDigit library; each bar is drawn as a share of that.
- The better value (by the usual engineering direction) is in bold. Rows with no direction — density, thermal conductivity — have no bold.
- Values are typical room-temperature figures for the condition named on each card.
- Confirm against the certified mill or resin datasheet before design release.
Mechanical
Strength, stiffness, ductility and hardness at room temperature.
Elastic (Young's) Modulus
Tensile Strength (Ultimate)
Yield Strength (0.2% offset)
Elongation at Break
Compressive Strength
Shear Strength
Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)
Fracture Toughness (K_IC)
Hardness, Brinell
Hardness, Vickers
Same in both: Shear Modulus 29.5 GPa4.3 Msi · Bulk Modulus 71 GPa10.3 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.33
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Same in both: Density 2.7 g/cm³0.1 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 535°C995 °F · Liquidus Temperature 650°C1,202 °F
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Thermal Conductivity
Same in both: Specific Heat Capacity 880 J/kg·K0.21 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 22.6 µm/m·K12.6 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 390 J/g168 BTU/lb · Max Service Temperature (continuous) 120°C248 °F · Min Service Temperature -196°C-321 °F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Electrical Conductivity
Electrical Resistivity
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Corrosion Resistance
Same in both: Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE) -0.76 V
Manufacturability
FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.
Machinability
Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %)
Formability (cold)
Same in both: Weldability 25 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 10 / 100 · Polishability 55 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 215 MJ/kg92,433 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 13.5 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 1,200 L/kg144 gal/lb · Typical Recycled Content 8%
Strength versus weight
Yield strength against density for every aluminum grade in the FabDigit library; the compared grades are highlighted. Up and left is stronger for its weight.
2065-T3 vs 2065-T8 — frequently asked
Is 2065-T8 stronger than 2065-T3?
Yes. 2065-T8 has a typical yield strength of 470 MPa (68.2 ksi) against 300 MPa (43.5 ksi) for 2065-T3 — about 57% more. Tensile strength is 510 MPa (74 ksi) vs 430 MPa (62.4 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, T3 or T8?
T851 is the default 2065 condition in the FabDigit quote flow (neither T3 nor T8). The other condition is available on request or by drawing note — specify it in the material field or the part notes and the quote is priced for it.
When should I choose 2065-T3 over 2065-T8?
Pick 2065-T3 when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded. Pick 2065-T8 when strength drives the design.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in 2065-T3 and 2065-T8 side by side — material, machining time, tolerance and finish in one quote. Certified material data ships with the order on request.
Typical handbook values for the conditions named above, normalised for comparison. Hardness on non-Brinell scales is converted approximately for charting only. Request certified data with your order for design-critical properties.